Barcelona have defended Lionel Messi against accusations he directed a racial term at Royston Drenthe.
Drenthe, who is currently on loan at Everton from Real Madrid, claims Messi called him a “negro” repeatedly during his time in Spain.
Barcelona have dismissed the claims and praised Messi's character.
“The player has always shown maximum respect and sportsmanship towards his rivals, something recognised by fellow professionals,” a spokesman said.
“We are sure that any accusations to the contrary are well wide of the mark.”
Drenthe, 25, has spent this season, the final year of his Real Madrid contract, on loan at Goodison Park but he has been excluded from David Moyes' squad in recent weeks for disciplinary reasons. http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/17720630
NDC played no key role in Sedina Tamakloe's extradition, NPP did — Ahiagbah
Seven feared dead in Saturday dawn collision at Zebila
6th Ministers of State Awards saga: 'It is unfair to suggest all awardees bought...
I didn't pay money for recognition at 6th Ghana Ministers of State Excellence Aw...
2026 World Cup: Rescind decision denying Thomas Partey visa in the interest of f...
June 13: Cedi appreciates, sells at GHS12.30 on forex market, GHS11.06 on BoG in...
Plea bargains favour the rich and powerful in practice — Arthur Kennedy
Exim Bank fraud case: I agree that other persons must answer some questions — Ak...
Exim Bank fraud case: Wontumi must admit guilt before any plea deal — Akwatia MP
Exim Bank fraud case: 'Wontumi's plea bargain is not an admission of guilt' — Na...
